Category Archives: From the Parish Priest

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco We hate to see parents suffering over the loss of innocent children. We also hate to see children suffering the loss of their innocence as they face the tragedies of life before they can cope with it. As Christians, we should all … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco We should be praying every morning and evening, not only for ourselves and our families, but for all those who face tragedy and suffering. Just in the past few weeks, thousands of North Americans have had to leave their homes (and can … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco Why is it necessary to listen to the Church and not to those who would contradict or deny the Church’s place in our lives? Because the Church was founded by the Lord Jesus Christ and is guided by the Spirit of God; … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco This Thursday, November 26 is Thanksgiving Day! It seems to be a natural tendancy, as we get older, to spend more time longing for what we may have once had (here or in Romania) rather than being thankful for what we have … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco Welcome back to all the students and teachers of our Sunday School! To the STUDENTS: Remember that God loves and understands young people. Yes, the Bible seems to have been written for adults, but, in the Old Testament Book of Ecclesiastes (12:11) … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco As children of God, we know that His house is our home, too. And so, we should make one another feel welcome as we come to worship the Lord. God welcomes us with love and He wants us to welcome one another … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco In my 39 years of priesthood, I have often (yes, often) had to carefully work with a bride (Orthodox or otherwise) who wants to either reject or add something to the Orthodox wedding “service.” It may be a rebellion to St. Paul’s … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco It is important for us from time to time to ask questions about our faith, customs and practices. One of these us the closing short prayer concluding the funeral service, parastas and panahida: “Veșnica pomenire” or “Eternal be his (or her) memory.” … Continue reading →

From the Parish Priest – Fr. Romey Rosco ZECE MAI is a national holiday of the Romanian people, set aside to commemorate several historic events: On May 10, 1877, the Principality of Romania broke away from the Ottoman Empire and proclaimed its independence; On May 10, 1881, the Principality became … Continue reading →

COMING EVENTS

August 15
- Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God (Liturgy 10:30am)

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August 16
- Childrens Ice Cream Social

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August 19
- St. Mary Dinner

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday School is on Summer Break, but will return again in September on Sunday mornings beginning at 9:45am. In the meantime, we still look forward to seeing everyone at Liturgy on Sundays! [click here for more information]

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Have you paid your Parish Membership Dues yet? New members are always invited to worship with us and join us in parish membership.